Postdoctoral Researcher Position (f/m/d) – Organoid Systems and Biointerfaces

The Chair of Organoid Systems and Biointerfaces, led by Prof. Dr. Ana Mora-Boza at the School of Life Sciences, Technical University of Munich (TUM), is recruiting a postdoctoral researcher (TV-L E13, full-time) to join an interdisciplinary research program focused on organoid systems, microphysiological platforms, and stem cell biology to evaluate sex differences in chronic inflammatory diseases related.

The Technical University of Munich (TUM) is one of Europe’s leading research universities, renowned for pioneering discoveries and innovative approaches in science, engineering, and life sciences. With a vibrant international community and strong collaborations across academia and industry, TUM offers an inspiring environment for ambitious researchers to advance knowledge and tackle global challenges.

Your mission:

• Lead independent research projects focused on human stem cell-derived organoid systems.
• Establish, culture, and maintain organoid models and perform functional assays to investigate their biological responses.
• Develop co-culture platforms integrating organoids with patient-derived immune cells (i.e. immuno-competent platforms).
• Apply advanced molecular and cellular biology techniques, flow cytometry, transcriptomics, and proteomics, for comprehensive cellular characterization.
• Mentor and supervise graduate and undergraduate students, providing guidance in experimental design and laboratory techniques.
• Contribute to interdisciplinary collaborations across biomaterials, microengineering, and stem cell biology.
• Disseminate research findings through peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, and scientific workshops.

Qualifications:

• Doctorate in Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, Biomedicine, or a related field.
• Strong experience with organoid systems, stem cell biology, and advanced cell culture techniques.
• Experience with molecular biology methods and flow cytometry; experience in induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) culture is highly desirable. Immunology or bioinformatic experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to lead research lines independently, mentor students, and coordinate laboratory projects.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to thrive in an interdisciplinary and multicultural research environment.
• Strong scientific curiosity, motivation, resilience, and commitment to research excellence.

Position Details:

• Contract: TV-L E13 (Full-Time)
• Duration: 2 years
• Starting date: July 2026

Application:

Please submit all documents combined into a single PDF (CV, motivation letter indicating position of interest, transcripts, and contact details of two referees) to ana.mora-boza@tum.de . Applications in a different format will not be considered. ( https://www.professoren.tum.de/mora-boza-ana )

Deadline: 31 March 2026

Due to the expected high number of applications, individual feedback cannot be provided.